Palbocent is a selective cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) 4 and 6 inhibitor, used in the management of:
In combination with fulvestrant in women with progression after prior endocrine therapy
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Palbociclib targets CDK4 and CDK6, enzymes vital to cell cycle progression. These kinases, when bound to cyclin D1, phosphorylate the retinoblastoma (Rb) protein, releasing E2F transcription factors and allowing cells to transition from the G1 phase to the S phase.
By inhibiting CDK4/6, Palbociclib prevents this progression, resulting in cell cycle arrest, particularly in ER-positive breast cancer cells. When used with antiestrogens (like fulvestrant or aromatase inhibitors), this inhibition is enhanced, promoting cellular senescence and reducing tumor proliferation.
Preclinical studies have shown that the combination therapy results in:
Recommended Dose: 125 mg orally, once daily for 21 consecutive days, followed by 7 days off (28-day cycle)
With food: Always administer with food
Timing: Same time daily is recommended
For men receiving aromatase inhibitors, concurrent use of an LHRH agonist should be considered.
Discontinue if further reduction is necessary below 75 mg/day
Not indicated for use in children.
Metabolism:
Primarily metabolized by CYP3A and SULT2A1
Increased Palbocent exposure (avoid coadministration):
Strong CYP3A inhibitors: Itraconazole, Ketoconazole, Clarithromycin, Ritonavir, etc.
Grapefruit or grapefruit juice should also be avoided.
If unavoidable, reduce Palbocent dose.
Decreased Palbocent exposure (avoid coadministration):
Strong CYP3A inducers: Rifampin, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Enzalutamide, St. John's Wort
Palbocent as an inhibitor:
May increase plasma levels of sensitive CYP3A substrates (e.g., fentanyl, tacrolimus, cyclosporine), requiring dose adjustments.
Reported in up to 80% of patients in clinical trials
Grade 3 neutropenia in ~66% of cases
Monitor CBC at baseline, Day 15 of Cycles 1 and 2, then each cycle
Withhold or reduce dose for Grade 3–4 neutropenia
Febrile neutropenia in ~1.8% of patients
Rare but potentially life-threatening
Monitor for new or worsening cough, dyspnea, or hypoxia
Discontinue permanently if severe or confirmed ILD/pneumonitis is diagnosed
Teratogenic risk based on animal studies
Advise effective contraception during treatment and for 3 weeks after the last dose
Discontinue treatment if pregnancy occurs
Pregnancy Category D: Contraindicated in pregnancy due to risk of fetal harm
Lactation: Unknown if excreted in breast milk; breastfeeding is not recommended
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